Joe Thornton, 44, officially retires from NHL after 24-year career

Joe Thornton has officially announced his retirement from the NHL following a 24-year career as one of the game's top playmakers. The 44-year-old Thornton hadn't played since the 2021-22 season with Florida but hadn't made an official declaration about his plans until releasing a video on Saturday through the San Jose Sharks.

Joe Thornton, 44, officially retires from NHL after 24-year career
A man waves to the crowd with the other hand in his pocket as he's seen walking into a hockey ice rink.

Joe Thornton has officially announced his retirement from the NHL following a 24-year career as one of the game's top playmakers. The 44-year-old Thornton hadn't played since the 2021-22 season with Florida but hadn't made an official declaration about his plans until releasing a video on Saturday through the San Jose Sharks.